Bert Scholtens

Bert Scholtens is a Professor of Banking and Finance at the University of St Andrews School of Management and holds a concurrent Professor position at the Faculty of Economics and Business of the University of Groningen in the Netherlands. His research spans international financial intermediation, environmental finance, corporate social responsibility (CSR), and sustainable investment.

Education:

• Masters in Economics, University of Groningen
• PhD in International Financial Intermediation, University of Amsterdam (1994)

Research Trends: His recent work bridges finance with climate ethics, focusing on carbon markets, fossil fuel divestment, and sustainability in extractive industries. He explores investor behavior, market volatility, and innovative valuation methods for cultural assets.

PhD Supervision: Bert supervises PhD students at both the University of Groningen and University of St Andrews, mentoring research on financial sustainability and responsible banking.

Affiliations: He is affiliated with the Centre for Energy Ethics and the Centre for Responsible Banking and Finance, contributing to UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) related to climate action and responsible investment.